Lakeshore East
Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Lakeshore East in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Lakeshore East sits along the shore of the Sacramento Arm of Shasta Lake. The facility is partially shaded by oak and pine and provides some privacy between sites with an undergrowth of grass and raspberry bushes. Lakeshore East is easily accessible from I-5 and offers direct access to the lake from a number of sites. Walk-ins are accepted year-round.Each site has a picnic table, raised fire ring and paved parking sp
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 1.0 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Lakeshore East FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Lakeshore East?
Lakeshore East in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Lakeshore East when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Lakeshore East often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Lakeshore East and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Lakeshore East a good campground?
Lakeshore East holds an average rating of 3.6/5 from 53 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Lakeshore East located?
Lakeshore East is located in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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